Local and Personal News From Pickens and Nearby
Miss Ionor Wight visits Westminster while Mrs A S Porter visits Piedmont friends. Various locals travel for visits, illness improves, and neighbors in Liberty Pickens and Masley host relatives. Names include Edgar Morris in Asheville, Miss Alice Thompson of Liberty visiting Pickens, and families like Mauldin, Woodalley, Bruce, and Carey noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. S. Porter
Piedmont
Alice Thompson
tLiberty
Pickenns
Illnesses and visits noted in local notices
Werearm with regret of the illness of Charles Thester at the home of his parents near Pied ens. The das foyer Head Polwer Thornley Co. in this issue. They purchantee yourll lave on Hit when you put on one of their International suits. Mr and Mrs Pineh Morrow of Birmingham visiting Boo AL Thacood. They eae them from Birmingham in automobile.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Thester
Roo
Llester
Piedens
Das Foyer
Polwer, Thornley & Co
Mrs. Pineh Morrow
Birmingham
Boo AL Thacood
Am Automobile
Savannah visitor returns home after Charleston trip
Mrs Oliverons of Savannah recently completed her visit to the Pick ens and returned to her home. She was accompanied by her sister Mrs Cloorre S Legare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Oliverons
Savannah
Pickens
Mrs
Cloorre S. Legare
Local social rounds feature Mrs Bright entertain guests
Miss Hamily Bright entertained a few friends at her home Monday evening with a verdict that the gathering was almost enjoyable. Mr. and Mrs. Tanner of Atlanta visited relatives in Pickens. Mrs. Tanner, formerly Miss Mary Latham, once lived here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alaw
Tanner
Atlanta
Pickens
Mary Latham
No Sermon at Methodist Church Next Sunday
Pastoral duties handled by Rev. G I Kirby as he assists in a series of meetings in Greenville County. No preaching planned at the Methodist church next Sunday due to the pastor's absence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Church
G.I Kirby
Tie
Greenville Coutly
Mrs Walter White Visits Anderson Relative
Mro and Mrs Walter White and daughter of Anderson travel to visit Mrs N J Thornley, her mother, over the weekend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mro
Walter White
of Anderson
N. J. Thornley
Breyard Couple Guests at Crow Creek Home
Mr and Mrs Kay Kine of Breyard visit the home of Mar Robert Kirksey in Crow Creek joining local residents for a social call and greetings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mro
Kay Kine
Breyard
Mar
Robert Kirksey
Crow Creek
Unclear fragment highlights Nise T Bivens and relatives
Fragment mentions Nise T Bivens and a child relative connected to Monroe and other points in North Carolina.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nise T Bivens
Monroe
North Carolina
Heath Brice Morrow Co Moves North In Dry Goods Shift
Heath Brice Morrow Co expands operations with CC M Bowen relocating to the north trading area for bovine fall and winter dry goods. The change signals a strategic shift in sourcing and distribution across regional markets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CC. M. Bowen
Heath Brice Morrow Co
Wesleyan camp meeting attendees listed
Mr and Mrs Boo Parsons W O A Edens Jr and Roy Neal ey attended the Wesleyan camp meeting off Central Sunday.
Savannah couple visits brother in Pickens
Mr and Mrs Col Smith of Savannah visit his brother Mo Smith in Pickens. Mr Smith is connected with the Southern Cotton OU Co at Savannah.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Smith
Savannah
Mo ¢ Smith
Pickens
Mr. Smith
Southern Cotton OU Co
Lisbon man returns home to Pickens after absence
J. Ro Ashmere of Lisbon Mha joins his family in Pickens at his parents home. He appears well and friendly, and friends welcome his return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Ro Ashmere
Lisbon, Mha
Pickens
Tie
Miss Vestas Ashmore Returns From Visit
Miss Vestas Ashmore has returned home after an extended visit in Georgia. She was elected to teach in Pickens school this year but resigned from the position.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vestas Ashmore
Georgia
Vesta
Pickens
Morrises to occupy new dwelling between Gravley and residence
A. M. Morris is erecting a dwelling between his home and Mr. Arthur Gravley that will be occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Morris. Arthur Protter is building a house just below Gravley’s and plans to rent it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. M. Morris
Arthur Gravley
Jesse Morris
Arthur Protter
Mr. Gravley
Local Social Notes Include Visits and Moves
Casey Porter spent several days last week at Sun Set and reports a nice time. Sam Wilson of Piedmont visited Pickens on Sunday with cousin Gus Wilson. Alonzo Pace and family have moved back to Mrs Pace's old home at the old Jim Porter place near Holly Springs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wayne le Mauldin
Casey Porter
Sam Wilson
Piedmont
Pickens
Gus Wilson
Alonzo Pace
Mrs. Pace
Jim Porter Place
Holly Springs
Mrs. O B Williams Visits Parents Amid Drought Report
Mrs O B Williams of Kansas City visits her parents Mr and Mrs H A Richey. She reports a severe drought in Kansas with no rainfall for three months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. B. Williams
Kansas City
H. A. Richey
Kansas
County tractors modernize Pickens streets under Nealy
Under Chief Nealy the county operates a 90 horsepower tractor with three scrapes, guided by skilled operators, restoring Pickens streets to top condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chief Nealy
Pickens
Protracted Meeting Ends at Holly Springs Church
Miss Emily May Hester and Mary McAlister of Abbeville county, and Marie Harris with J. D. Harris of Greenville were guests of Miss Gertrude Harris at the Hiawatha last week. Rev B C Atkinson concluded a protracted meeting at Holly Springs Baptist church last Friday night with 15 additions to the church. Baptism set for the third Sunday in September.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emily May Hester
Mary McAlister
Abbeville County
Marie Harris
J. D. Harris
Greenville
Gertrude Harris
Hiawatha
B.C. Atkinson
Holly Springs Baptist Church
County road improvement praised by chain gang overseers
Under supervision of Craig and Ragsdale the county chain gang has achieved great improvement in the Easley to Pickens road. About a mile from the courthouse the route has been straightened shortened and greatly bettered. A local man praised Supervisor Craig for the changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Craig
Ragsdale
Easley
Pickens
Court House
J Mat Stewart Drops Off Watermelons at Office
The Sentinel reports Mr. J Mat Stewart stopped by with a wagon load of watermelons on Tuesday morning. He selected one fine fruit, which was cut and described as delicious and luscious. The writer praises Stewart’s generosity and thoughtfulness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Mat Stewart
Mr. Stewart
Delightful Lawn Party Honoring Miss Vivian McDaniel
A lawn party at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Earle last Thursday honored guest Miss Vivian McDaniel of Laurens. The lawn featured Japanese lanterns and guests enjoyed punch served by Mrs. W. B. Freeman and Mrs. CG. dh. Cureton. Many out of town attendees were present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Earle
Vivian McDaniel
Laurens
Frank Guilty in the Mary Phagan Murder Trial
The jury returned a guilty verdict against Leo M. Frank after about four hours deliberation. The case drew strong local interest in Pickens as residents debated guilt and innocence amid revelations that some believed the verdict was certain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank
Leo M. Frank
Mzry Phagan
Atlanta
Pickens
Hagood Joins Parents in Pickens After West Virginia outing
James Hagood reunites with his parents Mr. and Mrs. B. A. Hagood in Pickens after an outing in West Virginia. Guests include Stanley Stephens and Robert Ropers of Charleston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Hagood
West Virginia
B. A. Hagood
Pickens
Stanley Stephens
Robert Ropers
Charleston
Railway Clerk Singleton Visits Pickens on Saturday
A. W. Singleton, a railway mail clerk, and Elmer Hendricks of Cedar Rock section, were in Pickens on business Saturday. Hendricks has recently returned from a trip to Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. W. Singleton
Elmer Hendricks
Cedar Rock
Pickens
Mr. Hendricks
Iowa
For Sale corn mill cotton gin saw mill and land
For Sale corn mill cotton gin saw mill with good water power and a good stand for a store. Includes 35 acres of land, a 4 room house, outbuildings, and a good well. Will sell cheap. See or write L. Simmons, Pickens Route 5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. Simmons
Pickens
Bowen Family Ties Highlight County Visit
Dr. W. A. Bowen of Mt. Pleasant spent last week in the county on professional business and visiting his father W. T. Bowen. His son Willie Bowen is spending this week with relatives in the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Bowen
Mt. Pleasant
W. T. Bowen
Willie
Cartledge Gillespie Families Visit Pickens Mountain Trip
Mr and Mrs J W Cartledge of Augusta and Mr and Mrs J T Gillespie of Greenville visited Mr and Mrs HE M Gillespie in Pickens. The three families spent ten days in the mountains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.W. Cartledge
Augusta
J.T. Gillespie
Greenville
HE. M. Gillespie
Pickens
Mountains
First Open Cotton Ball Reported by W H Nix
W H Nix of the Bowen place between Pickens and Liberty reports the first open cotton ball on August 15. The cotton bloomed July 1, with nine acres yielding an expected nine bales from the crop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Nix
T. A. Bowen
Pickens
Liberty
Tie
Sunday School Convention Set for Pickens in September
Attendees of the Sunday School convention in Pickens on September 106 are asked to send their names at once to Taylor IL. Stewart, chairman of the committee on entertainment, to aid in planning entertainment arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pickens
Taylor IL. Stewart
Pastor Ramsay Resigns From Local Baptist Church
Dr Ramsay resigned as pastor of the Baptist church here last Sunday with duties as president of Greenville Omale College preventing further service. The church and people regret his action but will seek a replacement pastor promptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Ramsay
Baptist Church
Greenville Omale College
Local Citizen Undergoes Eye Surgery at Greenville Hospital
O. P. Field, a respected county resident, was taken to Greenville hospital after a prolonged illness. Doctors Mauldin Black and Brown operated last Thursday removing his right eye. He is recovering and friends hope for a full and swift recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. P. Field
Greenville
Miss Gertrude Harris Hosts House Party at Hiawatha
Miss Gertrude Harris entertained a large group of friends at the Hiawatha hotel on Saturday night for a house party. Japanese lanterns lit the lawn for conversations and music while a piano provided instrumental and vocal entertainment. Punch was served on the side porch by Miss Kathleen Harris as guests enjoyed the pleasant evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gertrude Harris
Hiawatha
Kathleen Harris
Mary Robertson
Harris
Local notes from Greenwood and surrounding towns
News briefs report a postmaster’s assistant death at Ninety-Six by drowning in a mill pond. securities committee formed in Columbia. old soldiers reunion at Chapin with leaders and refreshments. Harmony Grove farmers institute with P M Lott as chair. Capt R I Watson named to South Carolina National Guard military board. cattle slaughter declines in Greenville area. gubernatorial orders for November elections on Lee and Clarendon county annexations. a fatal accident near Calhoun’s traction engine in Camden. crackdown on “blind tigers” around Camden with undercover work. Josian Fs Smowwk named Orangeburg assistant postmaster with Van Orsdel moving to Atlanta as inspector.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia
R. I. Watson
Greenville
The
National Guard of
South Carolina
O. W. Babb
Camden
Charlotte
Orangepure
Josian Fs. Smowwk Nvs
Orangeburg
A. D. Webster
A.C. van Orsdel
van Orsdell
Atlanta
Farm for Rent on Ooloney River with 25 Acres
Good farm on Oo loney river offering 25 acres of rich bottom land and quality cotton soil. Includes a seven room residence and outbuildings, with pasture and good facilities. Located via Pickens route 8 at J. J. Chastain. Reward offered for return of a lost gold watch between Henry Sutherland's and Secona church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ooloney River
J. J. Chastain
Pickens
Henry Sutherland
Secona Church
Elgin Movement
R.A
Sentinel Office
For Sale McCormick mower near new at bar gain
G A Ellis of Pickens advertises a McCormick mower in good condition for sale at a bar gain. The notice also promotes Hydro Carbonite Roof Paint for rubber and metal roofs Iron fronts and grate fronts offered by Pickens Hardware and Grocery Co in Pickens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCormick Mower
G. A. Ellis
Pickens
Pickens Hardware & Grocery Co
Farm for Sale Near Pickens with Two Dwellings
69 acre farm for sale 24 miles west of Pickens Court Oregon? on public road. Two good dwellings and a good pasture. In fine state of cultivation. Contact B. A. Allgood Pickens South Carolina RF Db 2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pickens Court
Desirable Farm For Sale At Walhalla South Carolina
Desirable farm known as the RR H Dilworth place comprises 190 acres largely cultivated located five miles south of Walhalla and three miles north of Westminster. One three room house on property. Auction at Walhalla Court House 2 p m Monday September 1 1913 if not sold privately first. Terms: one third cash, balance in one or two years with 8 percent interest. For details contact Mrs Mary Dilworth or W B Dilworth Westminster R F D 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Dilworth
W. B. Dilworth
R. FB. D
Pellagra Conference Postponed Due to Sambon Delayed Arrival
Spartanburg report notes a cable from Dr Louis W Sambon of the London School of Tropical Medicine stating he will not arrive until August 30 prompting postponement of the Pellagra conference slated for August 29 with Sambon as principal speaker. New dates are set for September 2 or 8.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spartanburg
Louis W. Sambon
London School of Tropical Medicine
United States
Sambon
Also Mentioned on This Page
Pickens Drug Co
Rexall Store
Hallum
Woeode Thendicks of
Ooleney
Wiedsens
Edgar Morris
Asheville
Hleath Bruce
Morrow Co
Wives West
Vernon Christopher
Se Be Christopher
Mes. d. Woodalley
Maslay
Mirenared Gradsden
Siuer
Messrs
Chharlie
Father Hendricks
Near Liberty
Charence McDaniel
Vivian Mebsaniel
Dawn Rens
Mes
Do. Welearle
Nellie Freeman
Chester
A. C. Thornley
Ethel Gilmore
Spartanbury
J. McD. Bruce
Addie
Geneva Finley
Greer
Helen Bogs
Frances Robinson
Masley
Will Mauldin
Charles
Greenwood
Piekkens
Ruther Childress
Piekens Mill
M.C. Smith
Anderson County
Juoee
Tiolder
J.P. Carey
Floride
Bernice
Woodbirrw, Ga
Parcell Post
Isaac Hamburger & Sons
Merchant Tailors
Baltimore
America
Hmwath-Bruce-Morrow Company
Will Deloach
Ninety-Six
United States Treasury Department
Columbia Clearing House Association
Abattoir
Lee County
Sumter
Clarendon County
Williamsburg
Clio
Nathan Allen
Oa. Ll. Calhoun
the Sentinel
P. A. Porter
B. RB. la
B. A. Allgood
Pickens, S.C
F. W. McLeskey
Pendennis Coffee
Greg T. Mauldin
Mister Farmer
Ilome
Pickens County
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